INTERNATIONAL — March 28, 2026
Herat Traders Donate 15 Million Afghanis in Humanitarian Aid to Iran
Traders in Herat province donated 15 million afghanis in cash humanitarian aid to Iran, handing it over to the Iranian consulate. Officials confirmed ongoing trade relations and expressed interest in joint rebuilding efforts for schools and healthcare centers.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Pajhwok — corroborated by Khaama Press and Ariana News — 2 min read
HERAT, Afghanistan — Traders in Herat province donated 15 million afghanis in cash as humanitarian aid to support people in neighboring Iran amid current conditions there. The funds, collected by businesspeople and the private sector, were handed over to the Iranian consulate in Herat on Saturday.
Mohammad Younis Qazizada, director of the Chamber of Commerce and Investment in Herat, confirmed the donation. He stated that efforts are ongoing to collect additional aid for Iran.
Iranian Consul General Ali Reza Marhamati in Herat received the contribution and expressed gratitude to the Afghan traders for their solidarity. Marhamati noted that trade between Afghanistan and Iran continues normally. He also highlighted Iran's interest in rebuilding schools and healthcare centers, potentially with Afghan assistance.
The gesture underscores cross-border economic ties and humanitarian cooperation between the two neighboring countries.
Read the original reporting at Pajhwok →
Reliability assessment
Corroborated by three independent outlets (Pajhwok, Khaama Press, Ariana News) with direct attribution to named official Mohammad Younis Qazizada, director of the Chamber of Commerce and Investment in Herat.
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- Herat traders donated 15 million afghanis in cash humanitarian aid to Iran
- Donation handed to Iranian consulate in Herat on 2026-03-28
- Direct statements from named officials Mohammad Younis Qazizada and Ali Reza Marhamati
- Trade between Afghanistan and Iran ongoing normally
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Khaama Press
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Ariana News
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